Did Andrea Zelletta have a hair transplant? Yes, and he explained why

What did Andrea Zelletta say about his hair transplant?

His explanation was quoted by Leggo on 24 November 2025: “Why did I do it? Yes, even at the clinic they told me I didn’t really need it, but it was something I wanted to do because this small receding hairline bothered me, and honestly, why not do it if something makes you a little insecure and can be improved? If you feel like doing something that can make you feel better, do it, even if it isn’t absolutely necessary.”

He also shared how the first days went: “Day two: everything is going great, my face hasn’t swollen at all.” Il Mattino reported the same video and his words that the small receding hairline bothered him and that, if something makes you insecure and can be improved, there is no reason not to do it.

That is all we rely on here. Zelletta did not name the technique or the number of grafts, so this article does not guess at them. Where the text below explains methods and timelines, it describes hair transplantation in general, not his treatment.

Why his openness matters

Zelletta did not hide the procedure or wait until the result was perfect. He showed the first days of recovery and said openly that his reason was partly psychological: a small receding hairline made him feel insecure. Many men recognise that feeling. His honesty also includes a detail worth noting — he said that even the clinic told him he did not strictly need it. A good consultation should do exactly that: assess the hair objectively and explain what a transplant can and cannot change.

Hair loss in men is common and in most cases genetic (androgenetic alopecia). A transplant does not stop that process; it moves hair that is resistant to it from the back of the head to the areas that have thinned.

How a hair transplant works today

A modern hair transplant is an outpatient operation under local anaesthesia. Hair follicles are taken one by one from the donor area, usually the back of the head and the temples, and implanted where hair is missing. The two main techniques are:

• FUE — grafts are extracted individually through tiny punctures, then placed into channels made by the surgeon. No linear scar and no stitches.
• DHI — grafts are implanted with a special pen (Choi implanter) without pre-made channels, which gives fine control over angle and direction, useful for the hairline.

A combined approach (FUE extraction with DHI implantation) is also used. Which option fits depends on the extent of hair loss and the donor area, which is why the choice is made at a consultation, not from a celebrity story.

Who is a good candidate

A transplant works best when the donor area at the back of the head is dense enough to give grafts and the hair loss has a clear pattern. Typical reasons people consider it:

• a receding hairline or thinning temples, as in Zelletta’s case;
• a high hairline or overall low density;
• thinning at the crown, patchy (focal) hair loss or hair loss after trauma or burns.

There are also contraindications, including age under 18, trichotillomania, body dysmorphic disorder, severe heart disease, diabetes mellitus, epilepsy and intolerance to anaesthetics. The surgeon checks these before any date is booked.

What results look like over time

Zelletta’s first days — little swelling and visible new grafts on the hairline — are typical of the start of recovery. The final picture takes much longer. Transplanted hairs usually shed in the first weeks — that is normal, the follicles stay in place — and new growth starts after a few months. Density becomes clearly visible at 6–9 months, and the final result is judged at 12–18 months. The timeline below shows the usual stages.

1. Day of surgeryLocal anaesthesia, grafts are taken and implanted; you go home the same day.
2. Days 1–10The scalp heals and small crusts fall off; you follow the washing and sleeping instructions.
3. Weeks 2–4Transplanted hairs shed. This is expected: the follicles remain under the skin.
4. Months 3–4New hair begins to grow, often fine at first.
5. Months 6–9Density becomes clearly visible.
6. Months 12–18The final result can be assessed.

A hair transplant at City Medical Centre

City Medical Centre performs FUE, DHI and combined hair transplants for international patients. The first consultation is free and can be held online: the doctor assesses photos of the hair and the donor area, estimates the number of grafts and names the price, which is then fixed in the contract. Current prices start at $2,200 for FUE and $2,500 for DHI. The price includes follow-up appointments at 1, 3, 6, 9 and 12 months, and the clinic gives a lifetime guarantee of hair growth. More details are on the hair transplant page.

To be clear: City Medical Centre has no connection with Andrea Zelletta or his treatment. His story is simply a well-known example of a man who talked openly about the procedure.

Hair transplant prices in this article are the current offer, valid until 31 October 2026. Regular prices: FUE $2,700, DHI $2,900, combined method $2,900. The price that applies to you is confirmed at the consultation.

Frequently asked questions

When did Andrea Zelletta have his hair transplant?

He told his followers about it in November 2025; Leggo reported that the procedure took place on Saturday 22 November 2025.

Why did Andrea Zelletta have a hair transplant?

He said a small receding hairline bothered him and made him a little insecure, even though the clinic told him he did not really need it.

Which method did Andrea Zelletta use?

He did not say publicly which technique was used, so we do not speculate. Today most transplants are done by FUE, DHI or a combination.

Is a hair transplant permanent?

Transplanted follicles come from the back of the head, where hair is resistant to genetic hair loss, so they usually keep growing for life. Native hair around them can still thin over the years, which the doctor takes into account when planning.

How much does a hair transplant cost at City Medical Centre?

Prices start at $2,200 for FUE, $2,500 for DHI and $2,700 for the combined method. The final price is given after the free consultation and fixed in the contract.